Heavy Diesel Mechanic

Gas Field Specialists
Shinglehouse, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/14/2024

Gas Field Specialists, Inc. is an independent gas service company with offices located in New York and Pennsylvania. Exemplary customer relationships drive our growth and prosperity. GFS is committed to working safely, having pride and integrity in all aspects of our work, and respecting all coworkers and customers. By doing so, GOAL ZERO becomes attainable. The honesty, intelligence and commitment of our people are vital to GFS's mission.  We share pride in the Company and respect each individual's contribution at every level.

Position Summary

Responsible for preventative maintenance, diagnosis, repairs, reconditioning and overhaul of heavy diesel equipment. Heavy equipment may include, but is not limited to, front-end loaders, dozers, graders, rollers, and/or excavators.

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Employment Type:

Full Time

 

 

 

 

Principle Responsibilities/Accountabilities

  • Performs general and detailed repair of all heavy equipment, engines and components.
  • Diagnoses and troubleshoots machine and engine malfunctions and failures.
  • Keeps knowledge up to date with developments in tooling, technologies and systems.
  • Uses safe working practices and follows all company safety requirements.
  • Maintains a clean and organized work area.
  • Performs maintenance activities on new and rebuilt/repaired equipment.
  • Makes recommendations as to repairs meeting warranty criteria.
  • Make parts replacement decisions assuring optimum economic reusability.
  • Performs duties as assigned.
  • Runs diagnostics using computer.
  • Respects coworkers.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

  • Knowledge of the methods and procedures used in servicing and repairing gasoline and diesel engines.
  • Knowledge of vehicle and equipment mechanics, including combustion engines and hydraulic and electrical systems and air brakes.
  • Knowledge of safety standards for motor vehicles and equipment.
  • Knowledge of State vehicle inspection standards.
  • Basic Welding ability.
  • Ability to keep company proprietary information confidential.
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  • Basic computer skills.
  • Effective communication skills and the ability to work successfully with a wide variety of people at different levels within the organization.
  • Detail orientated with strong organizational skills.

Essential Job Functions

Physical Demands

Reaching

Yes

Walking

50%

Balancing

Yes

Handling

Yes

Sitting

10%

Stooping

Yes

Fingering

Yes

Pulling

100 lbs.

Kneeling

Yes

Feeling

Yes

Lifting

100 lbs.

Crouching

Yes

Talking or Hearing

Yes

Carrying

100 lbs.

Crawling

Yes

Seeing

Yes

Pushing

100 lbs.

Twisting

Yes

Standing

90%

Climbing (stairs)

Yes

 

 

Location of Job Activities

Outdoors

67-100%

Indoors

0-33%

Travel Required?

0-25% among job locations.

Environment Condition Exposure

Extreme heat with or without temperature changes

Yes

Extreme cold with or without temperature changes

Yes

Wet or humid

Yes

Noise and/or vibrations

Yes

Hazards (chemical, mechanical, radiant energy)

Yes

Explosives, burns, electrical, other

Yes

Atmospheric Condition Exposure

Fumes, poor ventilation, mists, dust, odors, gas

Yes

Unprotected heights

No

Moving machinery

Yes

Operating automotive equipment

Yes

Operating foot controls

Yes

Uneven ground

Yes

Protective clothing

Yes

Work Situations

Working with people

Yes. Daily contact requiring courtesy, discretion, and sound judgment.

Repetitive and continuous duties

Yes

Performing under stress

Yes

Set limits, tolerance or standards

Yes

Problem solving

Yes

Comparing

Yes

Following instructions

Yes

       

Specific Educational / Vocational Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED with graduation from an accredited technical school in diesel engine or earthmoving repair preferred.
  • Two years in heavy equipment, engine or electric power generation system repair including diesel mechanic experience.

Licensure And Certification

  • Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
  • PA Inspection License
  • GFS Heavy Equipment Operator Certification.

Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee frequently is required to stand, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is required to walk, stoop, or kneel. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and vehicles, and is regularly exposed to extreme heat or cold, or temperatures consistent with outdoor weather.

Organizational Relationships

Department: Maintenance

Reports to: Shop Supervisor

Supervisors: N/A

 

Disclaimer

The above statements are only intended to represent the essential job functions and general nature of the work being performed and are not exhaustive of the tasks that an employee may be required to perform. The employer reserves the right to revise this job description at any time and to require employees to perform other tasks as circumstances or conditions of its business, competitive considerations, or the work environment change.
 

Equal Opportunity Employer

Gas Field Specialists, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

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